So, it begins. To many, Ibiza is about great music, amazing beaches, stunning resorts, endless sunshine and a sea so clear you find yourself actually stepping into one of those amazing postcards that everyone sends home. Today, IMS (International Music Summit) starts and the buzz has reached a greater pitch than I've seen before. Even our head of Clubbing, who normally takes everything in his stride, seems particularly impressed by the line-up.
When it's not about the music, we've checked out island restaurants (eyes open for later in the week when we review Sa Flama, San Antonio), an all-day retreat experience and of course, found a few great Special Offers for those who really need to get away and come stretch out beneath the glorious blue skies and soak up the sunshine.
Ibiza awaits, with the warmest of welcomes –
Things to Do: Access – Mind, Body and Soul
After all the partying, an all-inclusive day of rejuvenating treatments by Access – Mind, Body and Soul seemed too good an opportunity to pass up. A beautiful finca in the countryside, wholesome (and tasty, we must admit!) food and a range of treatments available ensured our reviewer was feeling fully recharged and raring to go. See Retreats – Access Mind Body and Soul for details.
Alternatively, a day out on the water in a brand new luxury launch might be just the thing. With tailor-made charters available for yourself and guests, Nautical Ibiza offers a range of experiences to delight!
Heads Up: Sal de Ibiza – new concept store
Sal de Ibiza is the islands 100% natural salt products – table salts, perhaps the best crisps / chips known to humanity and much more. It is a fond favourite with tourists, making an authentic gift for friends and they've just opened their new concept store, showcasing not just the best of Sal de Ibiza but other luxury island products. Looking for something original? Pop in!
(Sal de Ibiza can be found Ibiza – Santa Eulalia road, KM3.4)
Hotel of the week: Mar y Playa Apartments
Beach-front accommodation just a 15-minute stroll from the Port of Ibiza, the Mar y Playa offer a full range of self-catering accommodation ranging from studios right up to the 3 spectacular penthouse apartments with amazing views across the bay of Figueretas to the old town of Ibiza and the neighbouring isle of Formentera.
Villa of the Week: Country Villa San Jordi (Ref. 015) - Super Last Minute Offer.
Country Villa San Jordi (Ref. 015) - 200 euros per night from June 1 to 17. Great villa for up to 5 people, just 3 km from Ibiza Town and only 2 km from Playa d'en Bossa. Perfect for opening parties. Minimum stay requirement 5 nights.
Fashion Tip of the Week: The Great Gatsby
“I like large parties. They're so intimate. At small parties there isn't any privacy.” - The Great Gatsby
With the recent release of Baz Luhrmann's adaption of The Great Gatsby expect lots of 1920's inspired fashion.
Gentlemen, channel the Gatsby with a classic straw boater. Look to the original purveyors of Fitzgerald's' clothes , the Brooks Brothers. Keep menswear lighter and brighter. Ladies, avoid getting in a fancy dress flap. Keep sparkle to a minimum. Accessories are the easy way to this look. A feathered or embellished headband looks great even with jeans. Wear drop waist dresses with edgy heels.
Check out Leena Bhatti, Fashion Editor, Summer Countdown column here!
Clubbing News:
Stivi, Head of Clubbing, and team are raring to go - check out the link - some inspiring suggestions!
"Well then, here we go again - the Ibiza clubbing season is officially launching this week and for the team and I this means it's time to change our body clocks a good few hours forward. Gone are those winter months when I sometimes woke up to the sunrise; until the start of October it will more likely be the last thing I see before I go to bed! :)
The IMS International Music Summit is in full swing and tonight's the first of the two parties up in Dalt Vila. If you're in Ibiza, do not miss it for anything in the world. The setting alone is extraordinary but this year, the line ups for both days are the best I've ever seen since I started covering the IMS.
Of course there's a lot happening over these days, so I recommend you to have a read of our Ibiza Opening Week Guide to get the lowdown. Ibiza Sonica is also broadcasting live from various locations, so you still get some Ibiza music if you can't make it for the openings. We'll dance for you in the meantime..."
For and on behalf of the team at Ibiza Spotlight, we wish you and yours a truly fantastic summery weekend!
Cat Milton.